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SavageNFS 08-03-2015 11:11 AM

Doug...my laptop was and IS a cluttered mess. Give Win 10 the time for you to decide if it's right for you, but I wouldn't worry about the clutter and the install. Just worry about the clutter not going away after the install, lol.

BIGTRUCKBIGRV 08-03-2015 03:39 PM

Have any of you found a safe way to connect a bike rack to the rear of an RV? I hear you can lose a bumper trying to go that route and even void your frame warranty. I saw a frame style receiver on Amazon and it looks like the right way to go, but I defer to you fine folks on what works best..
Here is the Amazon find I found. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0033WNJV4..._.c9VvbQCR800P

CarlT100 08-03-2015 05:11 PM


Originally Posted by GIGGER (Post 15545388)
Great pix of your trip to T-mang Carl, there's some nice scenery out that way,
now you can say you've been to Quebec........ :)

Thank you, Gerry. that was one of my three top rides in Ontario. Yes, I can say I have been to Quebec - twice. My first trip and my last trip. I'm not gonna fight that stupid language barrier.


Originally Posted by SavageNFS (Post 15545416)
Win 10 Update:
I installed Win 10 on a laptop that I want to use just for Scouts. It had Win 7 Ultimate on it and I wanted to see how it would install/run on an older laptop. This is AMD M600 2.4Ghz laptop with 4gigs of ram. It's not new by any means, but it works well. I installed Win 10 on Friday and have been messing with it off and on all weekend. It ran decent before, but I'd say it runs slightly better now. I have yet to run into any issues and this laptop has so many drivers for my docking station at home, corporate offices, scouts (printers, track timers and equipment), etc. I give Win 10 a big thumbs up for this application.

My computer in my office (the monster) has been running fine as well. I'm already used to the GUI (the graphical user interface) and in my opinion it takes the good from XP, Win 7 and Win * and combines them all. There is nothing really awesome or great (I haven't used the new browser yet, I'm a chrome guy), just smooth integration of what I liked in the older windows versions. Just my thoughts.

Andre, thanks for the report. That is one more thing I need to do when I get back home.



Originally Posted by FordService (Post 15545484)
Hey, folks!

I saw that a few different people mentioned hearing this clunking noise; I'd recommend getting your trucks in to the dealer so they can get this documented. If possible, take your tech along for a drive so you can show them exactly what you're experiencing. As always, I'm here to help if you need me. :-X22

Crystal

Thanks, Crystal. I will go to my dealer when I get back to Florida. I am in Canada currently.



Originally Posted by EO2SeaBee (Post 15545590)
I thought they still rode horses and shot smooth bore muskets back then.:-X04

Great pics Carl. It looks like it was a great ride!:-X22
The yard work is done for the week, now it's time to cool off for a bit, before tackling a few more chores.
Later Guys!:-drink

Doug, when I was in basic training, we were just transitioning from the longbow to the musket. :-X04

Thanks for the report on Win 10. Keep cool.

golfmedik 08-03-2015 08:02 PM

This is prolly a 1 page thread at most
 

Originally Posted by IronCobra (Post 15546143)
Have any of you found a safe way to connect a bike rack to the rear of an RV? I hear you can lose a bumper trying to go that route and even void your frame warranty. I saw a frame style receiver on Amazon and it looks like the right way to go, but I defer to you fine folks on what works best..
Here is the Amazon find I found. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0033WNJV4..._.c9VvbQCR800P

I made a pin box receiver mine and carry them behind the cab of the truck. A 3 bike rack platform rack holds them in place. Will post pics when I get home to give you an idea.

Dakster 08-03-2015 08:41 PM

Thanks for the Win10 reports!

Just checking in to say hello.

Jigger2020 08-03-2015 09:07 PM

Hello !

CarlT100 08-03-2015 09:11 PM

Hi, Dak. Have good evening.

golfmedik 08-03-2015 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by IronCobra (Post 15546143)
Have any of you found a safe way to connect a bike rack to the rear of an RV? I hear you can lose a bumper trying to go that route and even void your frame warranty. I saw a frame style receiver on Amazon and it looks like the right way to go, but I defer to you fine folks on what works best..
Here is the Amazon find I found. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0033WNJV4..._.c9VvbQCR800P

Justin, on 5th wheels and longer travel trailers, the bikes take a beating on the rear. Just like riding the school bus when we were little. The rear seat of the bus would launch you higher due to being farther from the wheels when going over bumps. Mine is a 5th wheel and I made a receiver for mine with a platform bike rack that I bought from discountramps.com. the bikes stay up and out of the way.
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I know yours is a travel trailer but one can be made to serve the same purpose. There is a Canadian company that makes one Arvika - Accueil

They are pretty pricey, however it can make you think about how one can be made at home or your local welding shop. I can be made to sit behind your propane tanks on the the tongue of the trailer. Welded or bolted legs that come up to a receiver so that a platform or hanging bike rack will slide right into. Or something like this one

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.for...32762453c4.jpg


Using the one pictured here will be a great starting point to make the perfect one for you.

Jigger2020 08-03-2015 09:16 PM

I always mounted my bike rack at the back of the trailer away from the bugs n all....

CarlT100 08-03-2015 09:48 PM

Monty, that is a good solution.

Gerry, I carry the bicycles in my garage. :)

Sailor Roy 08-03-2015 11:01 PM


Originally Posted by FordService (Post 15545484)
Hey, folks!

I saw that a few different people mentioned hearing this clunking noise; I'd recommend getting your trucks in to the dealer so they can get this documented. If possible, take your tech along for a drive so you can show them exactly what you're experiencing. As always, I'm here to help if you need me. :-X22

Crystal

Howdy Crystal.........:-wink
Been on the road close to 2 months...toured Alaska and parts of Canada....
Put 6,000 miles on Jolly Green pulling my Monster 5th wheel.....What a fantastic Truck....:)

Trip starts here:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post15427074

Sailor Roy 08-03-2015 11:30 PM

Howdy Folks........:-wink
I am back in Mountain Daylight Time Zone........Seba Beach, Alberta, Canada
Darren's Summer Resort.........:-jammin.....:)

He has 10 acres on the lake...A wonderful 7 bedroom home overlooking the water..... Went out on his 38 ft yacht.....Twin diesels......WOW.
When we got back......his staff cooked great steaks on an open fire ......Maine Lobster...... steamed clams and corn on the cob....... What a great visit so far.......:):)

BTW: i did see his Golf Cart......he has those batteries locked up........hummmmm

Dakster 08-03-2015 11:49 PM

Hey Carl... Happy trails to you as well.

Tried to figure out ways to carry bicycles with a hitch as well. Even behind a car or truck hitch always seems problematic to me.

Dakster 08-03-2015 11:50 PM

Alright Roy!! I see he rolled out the red carpet for you too.

Sailor Roy 08-03-2015 11:54 PM

Hi Dak......:-wink
What is the latest news......:-huh
How you feeling ??


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